A blog about my life with rheumatoid arthritis and all that goes along with it. The ups and downs. The highs and lows. The laughter and the tears. Sounds so dramatic, doesn't it?!

Monday, August 5, 2013

INSURANCE REFUND

I have been getting these checks from The-Insurance-Company-Who-Will-Not-Be-Named. Just little checks. One for $0.45. Another for $10.41. So today I called to find out why I am getting these checks. I know most people would say, just go cash them and be quiet. But I was concerned because at the same time they were not paying a doctor bill. So I was concerned.

I called The-Insurance-Company-Who-Will-Not-Be-Named and spoke to Liz. She couldn't tell me exactly why I was getting the refunds without me prodding her with the answer. But she cleared up what the refunds were for and that The-Insurance-Company-Who-Will-Not-Be-Named made a mistake and would, of course, pay the doctor bill in full.

Amazingly I was off the phone call in less than 30 minutes. Now I have $12.00 to spend. Plus I have our yearly refund which comes to another $300. Unfortunately Brenda's monthly payment increases by $171 in October. Ugh! It sucks getting old.

About Me

WELCOME!
I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis almost 20 years ago but I know I have had it for longer. I was lucky that once the symptoms became evident, I was diagnosed quickly and put on medication quickly. I know that makes me one of the lucky few. I have a diagnosis of Adrienne's Disease which consists of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Sjogren's Syndrome, Pernicious Anemia, Raynaud's Disease, and Interstitial Cystitis.
I live with my two dogs (Happi and Lucky) and bird (Sunshine, Sunny for short). We call Happi the "Big Dog" and Lucky the "little dog".
I am fortunate to work for myself as a consultant after working for many years at "regular" jobs.
This blog was created to tell my story and to help others understand and learn more about the world of RA/chronic autoimmune diseases. It will be a place of education, advocacy, storytelling and humor. I know I could not get through this without lots of laughter! They say it is the best medicine (after my Enbrel, Prednisone, and Topomax)!
The information on this blog should not be construed as medical advice. Please consult a physician for any medical needs.